Shining Star CLE is a unique solo-singing competition giving Northeast Ohio high school students the chance to compete for college scholarships.

Watch as the top 10 finalists put on their performance of a lifetime at the prestigious Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square.

Students from across a ten-county area in Northeast Ohio will have an opportunity to wow a virtual audience in competition for $18,500 worth of college scholarships during Shining Star CLE 2021!

You or your organization can play an important role in this extraordinary event by being a supporter!

Congratulations to the 2021 Top 10 Finalists!

Enjoy this brief recap video of the 2020 excitement!

WKYC Interview with Shining Star CLE Artistic Director, Connor Bogart O’Brien

WKYC Interview with Shining Star CLE 2019 1st place winner, Kristen Lyons

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